19 Effortlessly Cool Haircuts for Men with Straight Hair to Try

Give your straight hair a fresh update with effortlessly cool cuts that bring edge and ease to your look. Find styles that fit your vibe and...

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19 Effortlessly Cool Haircuts for Men with Straight Hair to Try

Low-key styles that balance sharpness with ease.

Straight hair is full of styling potential! Especially with the right haircut. Browse our collection for stylish cuts that add shape, movement, and individuality without all the fuss. Clean and polished or relaxed and laid-back – there’s a fresh style waiting for you.

1. Side Part

Want to know a secret? The side part hairstyle is one of the most financially successful hairstyles for guys. Research claims that men with a side part are seen as reliable and professional and therefore have a fair chance of climbing up a corporate ladder.

Side Part Haircut for Men with Straight Hair

2. Edgar Haircut

If you love wearing your hair combed from your crown to the front, an Edgar haircut will be a good fit. The sleekness of straight hair is emphasized with the blunt fringe, cut with geometric precision. Style it smooth and polished or work in some texture for a more laidback feel.

Edgar Short Haircut for Men with Straight Hair@dencioaguilar

3. Curtain Hairstyle

This one is for those who love medium-length styles with a longer fringe. Classical curtain hairstyles part in the middle but we suggest you go with your natural part so that you don’t have to fight your hair every morning.

Curtain Haircut for Men with Straight Hair@julindcaka

4. Bowl Cut

A bowl cut seems to be made specifically for straight tresses. They naturally fall into a neat, structured shape. The even texture helps the cut look defined without too much fuss. Plus, straight hair is easier to style and maintain in this cut.

Bowl Haircut for Men with Straight Hair@yan.shapoval

5. French Crop

This crop is a versatility superhero! From a classic taper for a refined style to a disconnected undercut for an edgy touch, a French crop can be immensely variable. Whatever you choose, make sure you sport some texture on top.

French Crop for Straight Hair Guys@seb_martell

6. Classic Fade

The smooth, consistent texture is what really plays up the clean lines and gradual transition of the classic fade. The uniform growth pattern of straight hair helps keep the fade looking sharp and neat for longer. Talk about easy maintenance!

Textured Haircut with Fade for Straight Hair@fade.therapy

7. Short Pompadour

If your hair exhibits some natural volume and moderate thickness, go for a pompadour hairstyle. Straight hair will easily hold the shape and height of the pompadour. Choose between classic pomp for a timeless appeal or a modern variation with less height and more sass.

Straight Hair Pompadour with Fade for Guys@brixway

8. Long Fringe Hairstyle

Longer fringes beautifully complement oval, oblong, and diamond face shapes. They will balance out the length and add some width to the face. You might need a volumizing mousse or a root lift spray to give your fringe a fuller appearance.

Long Straight Side Swept Fringe Haircut Male@bestmenshaircutsnyc

9. High Fade

If you like it short and low-maintenance but don’t want to buzz your hair short, a short crop with a high fade might be a good alternative. It will keep your sides and back neat and will give you some length on top to play with.

Short Crop with High Fade Male@lucaborgi91

10. Textured Pompadour

Major dimension, a bit of messiness, contemporary edge – that’s all about a textured pompadour. After blow-drying your hair upwards for volume, use a pinch of matte clay or styling powder to add texture. Need an extra lift for thin hair? Sprinkle a bit of sea salt spray at the roots while blow-drying.

Textured Pompadour with Fade for Boys and Men@luigi_messer_pompeo

11. Shoulder-Length Hair

The longer your hairstyle, the better it showcases the smooth and silky texture of your locks. But, as it often happens with straighter types, it might lack dimension as the tresses weigh themselves down. Scattered highlights that are a tone or two lighter than the base color will bring back depth to your mane.

Shoulder-Length Straight Hair with Highlights for Guys@jays.hair.styles

12. Short Crop with a Taper Fade

A taper fade is brilliant if you want a sharp look without going all-in on a full fade. Since it only fades the nape and temple area to the skin, it’s a lot more subtle. It works for just about anyone and gives a fresh twist to the classic short crop.

Short Crop with Temple Fade for Men@dencioaguilar

13. Taper Cut

Taper cuts are universally loved for a reason – they are timeless, masculine, and easy to care for. The length of the sides and the top can be conveniently customized to your personal preferences, taking into account your hair thickness and face shape.

Tapered Brushed Back Haircut for Straight Hair@juice.the.barber

14. Pompadour with a Temple Fade

Nostalgic meets ultramodern in this stylish haircut. It has that classic pompadour height and volume that give the hairstyle a rockabilly flair. The faded temples and some texture on top create a pleasant edgy contrast with the overall retro aesthetic.

Men’s Pompadour Haircut with Temple Fade Straight Hair@julindcaka

15. Textured Crop

Do you love the charm of naturally-looking tousled haircuts? Then a textured crop might be the right style for you. It’s a cut with a shorter back and sides and multiple layered carved on top so that they support each other in a masterfully organized chaos.

Textured Fringe Haircut for Men with Straight Hair@yan.shapoval

16. Flow Haircut

Go with the flow and try one of the endless variations of a flow haircut. It has that rugged and laidback charm that is hard to resist. No wonder it’s sometimes called a “bro flow!” You typically want your hair to be around 6 to 8 inches long for that natural flow. The idea is to keep it long enough to push back with ease.

Flow Haircut for Men with Straight Hair@seb_martell

17. Low Taper Fade

Want a clean look without too much skin showing? Try a low taper fade. The sides and back are gradually faded, keeping the length very short as it moves toward the neckline. This creates a clean and natural-looking fade.

Side Part with Low Fade for Straight Hair Men@juice.the.barber

18. Tapered Comb Over

Straight hair looks and behaves amazing when styled into a comb over. The smooth texture of this hair type allows your strands to lie flat and stay in place with minimal effort. A sleek and polished hairstyle is just one step away!

Comb Over with Taper for Straight Hair@bestmenshaircutsnyc

19. Quiff Hairstyle

Quiffs are perky and full of youthful energy. This is one of the cuts that will look awesome on both thin and thick hair. For thin hair, it creates the illusion of thickness and volume and it highlights the texture of thick hair.

Quiff Haircut for Men with Thin Straight Hair@jays.hair.styles

These low-key cuts are designed for style and simplicity. They make it easy to look your best without endless upkeep. Try a fresh look that suits both your hair and your lifestyle.

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